Glass Cabochons W/ UV Resin & Faux Dichroic Fusion Film

Always trying to find the perfect gem centerpiece,for projects led me to creating my own custom cabs. The glass cabs come in various sizes and shapes or you can cast your own in silicone molds. I really like the weight of the glass plus they are much more durable. Fusion Film is a fun unique material that I developed and use you can uses whatever you like.

Supplies

Glass Cabochons

Fusion Film Use code: The Juliart and get 20% off orders over $25.

UV resin

UV lamp

Scissors 

Tweezers 

Silicone mat or old silicone mold (we use the back side as a work area)

Acrylic paint and brush

Gloves, mask, eye protection 

• Crafters work surface (just be clean and work safely and supervise if working with Children)

Step 1: Prep Work Area

Step: 1

 Prepare work area. UV resin should be used in a room or area with little to no outdoor light, as it cures with UV.  When handling resin it is best to wear gloves and all other protections read product labels)

Step 2:

Step:2

Select your favorite Fusion Film. Fusion Film is a unique Faux Dichroic Film with multiple layers, textures, Iridescent flashes of color and is a warm and form product.  Once you have decided the glass cabs you will use, then place onto your Fusion Film to find the section of film you desire. Cut around the cab leaving a small edge. Be sure to save all of your scrap bits for more projects every little piece is usable.

Step 3: Filming the Cabochon

Step:3

 Grab your silicone mat or mold. (You can use a silicone mold as a work mat). Place your film on your mat face up, brush or drop a small amount of UV resin onto the top of Fusion Film. The film can be layered, if you use UV the top layers should be semi-transparent so the light can cure the resin. When using two part epoxy like Liquid diamonds it doesn't matter. The layers will add height to your profile and may not fit a bezel so check mounting.

  A fun aspect of Fusion Film is the depth that is visible in every sheet without layering it.

Once you have added the resin place the back side of the cab down on top of the film, press firmly releasing air bubbles.  Time to cure the resin, place the piece under the UV lamp cure as directed. Remove from silicone and trim close to the edge.

Step 4: Backing the Cab

Take black acrylic paint spray paint and paint the back. You can use whatever color works for your design. Like backing with paper, fabric, more film etc. let paint dry then coat with more resin and cure. Finish cleaning up any rough areas and there you have it. A unique one of a kind cabochon that has more depth than photos can even convey. Thank you for checking my Instructable out please check out my others and follow me on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook.

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